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ice gelatin cubes in bright modern NYC kitchen

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ice gelatin trick weight loss

Recipe by Molina

This low calorie frozen gelatin snack is a simple pre meal satiety hack. Made with unflavored gelatin and water it creates a volume rich cube that helps curb appetite before meals. A pinch of pink salt enhances flavor for better adherence.


  • Total Time5min plus setting time
  • Yield1 serving 1x
  • DietGluten Free, Low Calorie, Sugar Free

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 packet (7g) unflavored gelatin (e.g. Knox)
  • 240ml cold water
  • 60ml boiling water
  • juice of half a lemon (optional)
  • pinch of pink Himalayan salt (about 1/4 teaspoon)


Instructions

  1. Pour 60ml of boiling water into a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin packet over it. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until the gelatin is fully dissolved with no granules visible.
  2. Add 240ml of cold water and stir to combine evenly. If using, add lemon juice and a pinch of pink Himalayan salt, then stir again.
  3. Pour the mixture into a silicone mold, small bowl, or ice cube tray. For a gelled version, refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours. For a semi frozen slush, freeze for 3 to 4 hours. For solid cubes, freeze overnight.
  4. Eat the frozen or gelled gelatin cube 15 to 20 minutes before your largest meal to help reduce appetite.

Notes

Do not substitute collagen peptides as they will not gel. The frozen version takes longer to eat which enhances satiety signals. Adding a pinch of pink Himalayan salt improves flavor and provides trace minerals during a calorie deficit.

  • Prep Time: 5min
  • Cook Time: 0min
  • Category: snack
  • Method: no cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 25
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 120
  • Fat: 0
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 0
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 6
  • Cholesterol: 0